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Ever since Bitcoin first emerged, Web3 has been a breeding ground of innovation, creativity and financial independence. However, it’s also seen its share of rogues, scammers and bad actors. One man has made it his mission to investigate these bad apples and bring them to justice. That person is ZachXBT.Dedicating himself time to the task of probing on-chain fraud, ZachXBT has played a major role in uncovering some of the biggest scams, frauds and thefts in blockchain history. Whether relating to crypto, NFTs or digital collectibles, he has helped to shine a light on the more unsavoury elements of the…

San Jose, Costa Rica, May 13th, 2025, Chainwire DoubleUp is a blockchain-based casino platform operating on the Sui network, designed to integrate gaming with decentralized finance (DeFi) elements. It offers users a combination of real-time betting features and on-chain transparency, aiming to provide a novel framework for digital gambling within the Web3 space. The platform incorporates what it terms a “GambleFi” model, positioning itself at the intersection of gaming and decentralized finance by introducing mechanisms for both active participation and passive engagement through its DeFi infrastructure. Founded by HealthyDegen a visionary Web3 builder and former Mysten Labs developer, DoubleUp was…

Quick take: Co-founder Yat Siu told FT in an Interview that Animoca Brands plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange. His company is one of the leading investors in Web3 startups, gaining prominence during the NFT and metaverse boom in 2021. The news comes amid an emerging trend in crypto companies trying to go public, with the likes of Kraken and eToro among those that have already announced their plans. Animoca Brands will soon announce plans to list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange according to co-founder Yat Siu. Speaking in an interview with the Financial…

The cryptocurrency market faced a turbulent start to the week, with Bitcoin (BTC) leading a broad sell-off that wiped out $700 million in long positions and sent major altcoins like Dogecoin (DOGE) and Cardano (ADA) tumbling by as much as 7%. The downturn, reported by CoinDesk on May 13, 2025, reflects a cooling of risk appetite among traders, driven by macroeconomic uncertainty and shifting capital flows. Here’s a deep dive into today’s market dynamics, price movements, and the forces shaping the crypto landscape.Sell the news action hit bitcoin today, which pulled back below $102K after challenging $106K hours ago. Further underperformance…

LAUNCHCOIN, a token associated with the SocialFi platform Believe, rallied as high as 500% today amid ecosystem growth. Formerly known as PASTERNAK, named after Believe founder Ben Pasternak, Launch Coin on Believe (LAUNCHCOIN) hit an all-time high of $0.093 on May 13 during the afternoon Asian trading hours. Its market cap climbed past $81 million as of writing. Fueling the surge was a sharp spike in trading activity. CoinGecko data shows that daily volume soared over 500% compared to the previous day.. The community widely expects LAUNCHCOIN to become the official native token of the Believe platform, though no formal…

DeFi Development Corp. (DFDV), a Nasdaq-listed firm formerly known as Janover, has made headlines with its aggressive pivot into the cryptocurrency space, particularly through its substantial investment in Solana SOL.Deep Focus on SolanaOn May 12, 2025, DeFi Development announced a $23.6 million purchase of 172,670 SOL tokens at an average price of $136.81, pushing its total Solana holdings to 595,988 tokens, valued at nearly $105 million.1/ We just made our BIGGEST $SOL purchase yet! 🚀Today, we announce that DeFi Dev Corp. has purchased another 172,670 $SOL ($23.6M) as part of our crypto-forward treasury strategy.Total treasury holdings have officially surpassed $100M…

Dive into the world of blockchain with Dr. Weijia Zhang, EEA Regional Head of China and Vice President of Engineering at Wanchain Foundation, in our latest podcast episode! With over 30 research papers, 20 patents, and a knack for turning complex smart contracts into “coding poetry,” Zhang shares his journey from Tsinghua University to pioneering cross-chain interoperability, connecting Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 16+ other blockchains. Discover how Wanchain’s decentralized bridges are revolutionizing DeFi and why education is the key to unlocking blockchain’s potential. You can also listen to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Deezer. Anthony Patrick: Hello again, welcome to the latest…

In a bold move underscoring its unwavering commitment to Bitcoin BTC, Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, acquired 13,390 BTC for approximately $1.34 billion between May 5 and May 11, 2025. $1.34B Bitcoin Adding to TreasuryThis purchase, detailed in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on May 12, comes as Bitcoin’s price surged past the psychological $100,000 mark, reinforcing Strategy’s position as a leading institutional Bitcoin holder. The acquisition, made at an average price of $99,856 per Bitcoin, brings the company’s total holdings to 568,840 BTC, further solidifying its Bitcoin treasury strategy.Strategy has acquired 13,390 BTC for ~$1.34 billion…

RDAC, the native token of Redacted, a Web3 startup accelerator and ecosystem supporting early-stage blockchain projects, is set to be listed on Binance Alpha following an exclusive TGE campaign hosted through the platform. In a May 12 official announcement, Binance revealed that RDAC will be available for trading on Binance Alpha, a spotlight section within crypto exchange Binance designed to highlight early-stage or trending crypto projects to users on May 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM UTC. Prior to the listing, the exchange will hold an exclusive TGE campaign hosted through Binance Alpha where Alpha users who meet a certain Alpha…

Wondering if XRP is a good investment in 2025? Discover everything you need to know about XRP‘s price outlook, technology, risks, and investment potential in this in-depth guide.About XRPXRP, the native cryptocurrency of the XRP Ledger developed by Ripple Labs, has long been one of the most debated digital assets in the crypto world. While some see it as a bridge currency for global remittances, others dismiss it due to its prolonged regulatory struggles with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Now in 2025, with Ripple’s expanding partnerships and a clearer legal status, many investors are reassessing the core…